Description
Article no.: 29185
The NiSi Pro Nano AIR UV 82mm filter provides high-transmission optical protection tailored for photographers who demand clarity and reliability. It protects your lens from dust, scratches, and moisture while maintaining near-air transparency so your images keep their original sharpness and color fidelity.
Use this filter when you need reliable front-element protection without compromising image quality. Because it delivers extremely high transmission and very low reflectivity, it is suitable for landscape, travel, portrait, and commercial work where image integrity matters. Also, its construction and coatings make it suitable for demanding outdoor conditions.
The Air UV filter achieves a peak transmission of 99.9% using NiSi’s ULRC (Ultra Low Reflective Coating). In practical terms, this means the filter is almost as transparent as leaving the lens unfiltered. Moreover, the filter maintains an average transmission of 99.6% across the 420–680 nm range and limits reflectivity to just 0.1%, which reduces glare and unwanted reflections.
The NiSi Air UV filter supports cameras and lenses that exceed 100 megapixels. Therefore, it preserves fine detail and resolution for high-performance imaging systems, helping ensure that the filter does not become a bottleneck for ultra-high-resolution work.
NiSi applies a 48-layer ULRC nano-coating to the glass to improve long-term performance. This advanced coating provides scratch resistance, stain resistance, and both waterproof and oil-proof properties. As a result, the filter stands up well in harsh outdoor environments and under professional use.
The filter blocks UV light below 395 nm to reduce UV-induced interference and blue haze. This contributes to better color accuracy and clearer images, particularly in bright, high-UV conditions.
The optical element consists of rigorously selected, high-end lens-grade glass. NiSi fits that glass in an ultra-thin brass frame. The brass frame offers greater resistance to deformation compared to aluminum and features knurling for easy mounting and removal. The frame’s slim profile minimizes the risk of vignetting, even when used on ultra-wide-angle lenses.
NiSi tests each Air UV filter using a spectrophotometer to verify transmission and reflectivity values. This strict inspection process ensures consistent optical performance across units and confirms that the filters meet NiSi’s stated specifications.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | NiSi Pro Nano AIR UV 82mm |
| Peak transmission | 99.9% |
| Average transmission (420–680 nm) | 99.6% |
| Reflectivity | 0.1% |
| ULRC nano-coating layers | 48 layers |
| UV blocking | Blocks below 395 nm |
| Resolution compatibility | Supports cameras/lenses exceeding 100 megapixels |
| Frame material | Ultra-thin brass frame with knurling |
| Optical glass | High-end lens-grade optical glass (rigorously selected) |
| Quality testing | Tested with Shimadzu spectrophotometer for transmission and reflectivity |
| Available sizes | 37 - 105mm (this listing: 82mm) |
Question: Will this filter affect image sharpness on high-resolution cameras?
Answer: No. The NiSi Air UV filter is engineered for systems exceeding 100 megapixels and maintains exceptional resolution and detail, so it does not reduce image sharpness.
Question: Does the filter reduce reflections and glare?
Answer: Yes. With an Ultra Low Reflective Coating and reflectivity of just 0.1%, the filter minimizes glare and unwanted reflections for cleaner images.
Question: Is this filter suitable for ultra-wide-angle lenses?
Answer: Yes. The ultra-thin brass frame is designed to avoid vignetting even on ultra-wide-angle lenses, while providing easy mounting and removal thanks to knurling.
Question: How does NiSi ensure consistent optical quality?
Answer: NiSi conducts strict testing on each filter using a Shimadzu spectrophotometer to verify transmission and reflectivity, ensuring consistent optical performance.